Incorporation of recent policy and guidance specific to the Virginia Water Protection Permit Program

General Information

Action Summary

The purpose of this proposed regulatory action is to reissue this general permit which expires in 2016 and allow for revisions to correct several administrative procedures; to clarify certain definitions; to revise application and permitting requirements to reflect current guidance and policies; to incorporate certain federal regulatory provisions relative to the program; to increase efficiency; and to make the general permit regulation more relevant and useful. Because the Virginia Water Protection Permit Program Regulation 9VAC25-210-10 et seq. provides authority for this general permit regulation, applicable revisions to that program regulation must also be reflected herein.

Chapters Affected

Only affects this chapter.

Exempt from APA

Yes, this chapter of the VA Administrative Code is exempt from the Administrative Process Act.
The normal executive branch review process is not required.